By Osaiyekemwen Confidence
Effective April 1st, the Namibian government has officially ended visa-free entry for U.S. travelers, requiring all American citizens to obtain a visa before entering the country. This policy shift is aimed at tightening regulations on foreign nationals, particularly in the mining sector, amid concerns over unauthorized extraction of Namibia’s valuable mineral resources.
Following the announcement, more than 500 U.S. citizens involved in diamond, gold, uranium, and copper mining activities without proper documentation reportedly applied for visas to continue their operations. However, their applications were denied, and they have been ordered to leave Namibia immediately. Authorities have warned that any U.S. citizen found in the country without an approved visa will be classified as an “illegal alien” and subject to deportation.
As one of the world’s leading diamond producers, Namibia is taking decisive steps to strengthen control over its natural resources, ensuring that foreign investments and operations comply with national laws and benefit the country’s economy.
